SENATOR Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada has filed a bill that allows the public to participate in every step of the legislative process, whether to amend or enact new laws, through online platforms. “Sa ilalim ng panukalang ito, maaari silang lumahok sa legislative process – mula sa First Reading, Second Reading at Third Reading – sa pamamagitan…
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It is unethical and illegal to solicit signatures of constituents to petition for Charter change moves in exchange for P100, in the guise of supposed people’s initiative. This practice clearly violates our laws and undermines the democratic process. The people’s initiative is a constitutional right that should be exercised freely and without coercion. Whoever is…
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Kailangan ng masusing pag-aaral kung paano magiging abot-kaya sa mga kababayan natin ang presyo ng mga tickets sa sinehan. Minsan ko ng idinulog ito sa plenaryo ng Senado sa isang privilege speech noong Nobyembre 2022. Sa pagbabalik namin sa Senado sa Enero 22, umaasa ako na tatalakayin na sa Committee on Public Information and Mass…
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The severity of the power shortage in Panay Island cannot be overstated. The absence of electricity not only affects households but also cripples businesses, hospitals, and other crucial services that depend on a reliable power source. This issue needs to be resolved immediately and efficiently. I urge the concerned government agencies, power utilities, and relevant…
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CAREGIVERS all over the country can now look forward to better working conditions, assured benefits, and protection against all forms of abuses following the enactment of a law ensuring their rights and welfare, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada today said. “Isa itong malaking hakbang para matiyak na mapapabuti ang kalagayan ng ating mga caregivers at mabibigyan…
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Sa mga nakalipas na taon, maraming pagsubok tayong hinarap at napagtagumpayan dahil na rin sa ating pagkakapit-bisig. Ipinamalas natin ang pagiging likas na matatag nating mga Pilipino. Sa darating sa taon, patuloy sana tayong magtulungan bilang isang bayan. Magkaisa sana tayo sa layuning itaguyod ang mas magandang kinabukasan para ating sarili at sa ating mga…
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FOUR years since it was first introduced in the Senate, the proposed Eddie Garcia law—a measure instituting policies for the protection of movie and television workers—has finally been endorsed for plenary consideration, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada today said. “Nakalulungkot mang banggitin, pero ang panukalang ito ay bunga ng aksidente sa television shooting naging dahilan ng…
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In reforming the military and uniformed personnel pension system ONLY new entrants in the country’s military and uniformed services will have pension deductions in their monthly pay, Senator Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada today said. Estrada’s Committee on National Defense and Security included this amendment in the substitute measure proposing reforms in the military and uniformed personnel…
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The agreement to resume the suspended peace talks between the Philippine government and the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) is a major stride towards progress. The signing of a joint communique demonstrates the readiness of both parties to exchange ideas and reach a consensus, disregarding their disparities for the betterment of our country.…
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(APPF NEWS) Sen. Jinggoy Ejercito Estrada, chairperson of the Senate Committee on National Defense and Security, Peace, Unification and Reconciliation, calls on delegates of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF 31) Friday, November 24 2023 to work together in promoting peace and stability in the region. Estrada, who participated in the 3-day APPF 31 forum on…
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